Private off-piste skiing lessons
in Zermatt

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About private off-piste skiing lessons in Zermatt

Hiring a private ski instructor is the best way to explore the off piste skiing in a resort, whilst also receiving some technical tips and pointers to improve your skiing technique along the way. You can easily find your perfect off piste skiing instructor on Maison Sport, compare instructors by their profiles, reviews from past customers and their pricing. We've found that booking the right instructor for you leads to a far better lesson experience. Your instructor will be able to customise the lessons to your needs, whether you're an expert looking for a day of exploring the back country, or it's your first time skiing off piste and you'd like to focus on your technique and learn more about how to explore the off piste in a safe manner.

2 hour lessons

From

CHF120

Morning
Afternoon
Max participants 6
Available in English, French, Italian, German and more

3 hour lessons

From

CHF180

Morning
Afternoon
Max participants 6
Available in English, French, Italian, German and more

4 hour lessons

From

CHF240

Morning
Afternoon
Max participants 6
Available in English, French, Italian, German and more

Full day

From

CHF350

Full day
Max participants 6
Available in English, French, Italian, German and more

What to expect in off-piste skiing lessons in Zermatt

Bespoke experience
By booking a private lesson the ski instructor can fully personalise the lesson to suit you, whether it's one on one or a small group of friends - from what you do in the lessons, to where you begin and finish your lessons.
Make technical leaps
Skiing off piste well is highly technical and demanding, by taking a private instructor, the lesson will be tailored to you and you'll receive plenty of individual feedback from the instructor.
The best off piste
Booking a private off piste lesson means the instructor is solely focused on you, so they can take you to the best spots that will be safe and enjoyable for your ability level.

Why choose Maison Sport for your off-piste skiing lessons in Zermatt

Here’s why 90% of off-piste skiing lessons reviewed through Maison Sport are rated 5 stars

Trusted, expert instructors

Our professional instructors will always go that extra mile, ensuring your experience on the slopes is one to remember. With snowsports lessons available across 430+ ski resorts, we have an experience for everyone.

Tailored lesson experience

The best memories from a ski holiday are made on the slopes, so the importance of having the right ski or snowboard instructor shouldn't be underestimated. Tailor your experience by choosing an instructor that suits your needs.

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Over 90% of our reviews are 5 stars, use our verified instructor reviews to help you choose the best instructor for you. Book your lessons with one of our instructors for peace of mind and a 5 star experience.

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Top-rated private off-piste skiing instructors in Zermatt

Book private off-piste skiing lessons in Zermatt with trusted, qualified instructors.

Verified off-piste skiing instructor reviews in Zermatt

90% of which are rated 5 stars.
Thomas E.

14/02/2026 - Off-piste Skiing, Zermatt

Tom carefully introduced my son and me to the world of off-piste skiing. Over three days with a wide range of conditions – from beautiful weather with too little snow to nasty weather with no visibili...

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Thomas E. booked a total of 9 hours withTom L.
Kara B.

09/02/2026 - Off-piste Skiing, Zermatt

We went off-piste skiing with Bryan in Zermatt and had a truly great day. He brought us to plenty of exciting and beautiful terrain while tailoring the routes and speed perfectly to our group’s abilit...

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Kara B. booked a total of 6 hours withBryan Z.
Vladimir Z.

02/01/2026 - Off-piste Skiing, Zermatt

Excellent

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Vladimir Z. booked a total of 6 hours withDavide E.
Tina P.

29/12/2025 - Off-piste Skiing, Zermatt

The lesson was off piste and it took place in Zermatt near the Matterhorn mountain. At first I thought it will be more difficult than Valley Blanche in France but Thomas encouraged me and 4h flew by. ...

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Tina P. booked a total of 4 hours withThomas N.
Keith K.

18/02/2025 - Off-piste Skiing, Zermatt

David was great! We took advantage of the amazing Zermatt pistes to work on my carving which I had neglected for a long long time and it has made me a much better all-around skier. He also took me int...

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Keith K. booked a total of 4 hours withDavid P.
Andy N.

16/03/2024 - Off-piste Skiing, Zermatt

Sam came prepared with safety equipment for off piste lesson, we skied a variety of areas, including some on piste drills to improve my technique. Sam was a great instructor, a pleasure to meet and s...

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Andy N. booked a total of 4 hours withSam P.
David ..

08/01/2024 - Off-piste Skiing, Zermatt

Great lesson. Was very patient and showed us a great time on the mountain.

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David .. booked a total of 6 hours withDavide E.
Ingrid V.

07/01/2024 - Off-piste Skiing, Zermatt

We went on an amazing excursion to the ice caves on the glacier. Davide made us feel very at ease on the adventure, made sure to check in with us as it was physically very exhausting. He gave a lot of...

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Ingrid V. booked a total of 6 hours withDavide M.
Mark ..

16/03/2023 - Off-piste Skiing, Zermatt

Dido!!! Our day with you was absolutely phenomenal! So glad we were able to experience the first pow day of the season with you! Our day with you gave us the intel to go and explore the mountain safel...

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Mark .. booked a total of 3 hours withDavide E.
Chris J.

24/01/2023 - Off-piste Skiing, Zermatt

Excellent guide around the mountain for advanced skiers looking to see the best of the resort. Also, he gave great technical tips and recommendations for food on the mountain.

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Chris J. booked a total of 3 hours withBryan Z.
Bronson ..

18/12/2022 - Off-piste Skiing, Zermatt

Davide is outstanding. We could not have had a better experience. He is incredibly knowledgeable and a fantastic instructor, helping our group become stronger skiers all the while having an amazing ti...

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Bronson .. booked a total of 6 hours withDavide E.

How many off-piste skiing lessons should I book in Zermatt?

Beginners

Private lessons are personalised to your needs, so you will improve your technique rapidly, compared to a ski school group lesson. If you have an unlimited budget and are really looking to make the most of your time on the mountain, we recommend booking an instructor all day for the full week you're on holiday. For complete beginners the most common lesson package is to book 2 to 3 hours of lessons each day - remember you can share the lessons with friends or family to bring the cost down.

Intermediates

Whilst booking lessons for the full week is our recommendation, you could also split your lessons througout the week. Booking lessons for your first and second day in resort and then booking another one slightly later in the week will ensure your technique keeps progressing.

Experts

Even expert skiers will greatly benefit from taking some private lessons, you can book an instructor to work on a specific aspect of your technique, such as improving your technique on steep slopes or if you simply want a guide to show you where to find the best snow conditions, your instructor will be able to help! A handy tip - if you're only after one lesson, try booking in the afternoon as it's often cheaper!

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What equipment is required for off-piste skiing lessons?

You will need to take your own equipment to your private off piste skiing lesson, your instructor will be able to advise you if you need anything specific and if you're unsure of anything you can always send them a message or ask the Maison Sport Customer Success team. You will need to take skis, boots and poles for your lessons as well as an avalanche pack, which should contain a transceiver, shovel and probe.

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FAQs about off-piste skiing lessons

We've listed the common questions about off-piste skiing lessons, if you can't find what you're looking for please contact us on live-chat or WhatsApp.

To book a private off piste lesson: simply enter the dates you’re interested in and select a resort. You will then be able to scroll through a list of available instructors and view their profiles. Once you have found an instructor, simply select the lessons you would like and click book now, which will take you to the checkout.

Most instructors providing off-piste skiing lessons offer the same rate whether it's just you taking the lesson or if you learn with friends or family (upto 6 max). Some instructors charge an extra rate for additional people. You select the number of participants as you search Maison Sport, the prices displayed will always include any additional charges for group members, so you can compare all prices fairly.

You can share a private lesson with another person who is of a different standard, the instructor will take you on slopes which match the lowest ability level in your group, however they will still be able to provide all the skiers in the group individual feedback on their skiing.

Private ski lessons offer more flexibility than a lot of other lessons, so you will be able to discuss a convenient meeting point with your instructor. If you're booking a full day lesson, it's likely the instructor can be very flexible, however if your lesson is in the middle of the day, it will need to fit in with the instructor's other lessons. We recommend confirming the meeting point well in advance of arriving in resort.

If the snow or weather conditions are not safe to ski off piste, the instructor will suggest some alternative options or may even suggest re-scheduling to another day, if possible.